Lunar Apoge Cotes du Rhone Rouge 2020 (12 Bottles) Rhone Valley, France

by BWM

$384.00 GST Included

AUSTRALIA WIDE SHIPPING INCLUDED

Grape varieties: 50% Grenache, 25% Syrah, 15% Mourvèdre, 10% Cinsault

Preservative Free

Average age of the vines: 40 years

Soil: sand and colluvium Alcoholic percentage: 13 %

Total SO2: 60 mg/L

Vinification: harvest by night to prevent oxidation, avoid the use of SO2, keep the freshness and protect the aromas. Fermentation is based on natural yeasts and is maintained at a temperature of 28°C (82°F) to preserve the wines’ fruity aromas.

Eye: deep crimson color

Nose: violet and licorice

Palate: red fruit and spices, powerness and velvet.

Wine & food pairing: to be enjoyed all year long on grilled meat, salads, risottos and spicy food.
Service: 18-20°C (64-68°F)

Labels: ECOCERT, DEMETER, NOP, BIOSUISSE

LUNAR APOGE Lirac Grenache Syrah Mouvedre 2018 (12 Bottles) Rhone Valley, France
Grape varieties : 50% Grenache, 25% Mourvèdre, 25% Syrah
Average age of the vines: 35 years
Sols : sand and pebbles
Alcoholic percentage: 13,5 %
Total SO2: 60 mg/L

Vinification : harvest by night to prevent oxidation, avoid the use of SO2, keep the freshness and protect the aromas. Natural yeasts are used for high-temperature fermentation at 32°C (89°F), followed by a long period of maceration under pomace up to 15 days to extract tannins and anthocyanins. A work on fine lees allows the extraction of aromas and structure.

Eye: deep ruby color

Nose: strawberry and spices

Palate: strawberry, spices, liquorice, smoky notes and garrigue. Heady, powerful and hearty wine.

Food & wine pairing: to be enjoyed all year long, on cooked meat, charcuterie and cheese. Excellent on spicy food.

Service: 18-20°C (64-68°F) Labels:
ECOCERT, DEMETER, NOP, BIOSUISSE

Description

About Lunar Apoge

At the heart of the vineyards situated on the right bank of the Rhone river, the S.A.R.L. Biodynamic Wine extends across Tavel, Lirac and Côtes du Rhone AOC with over 40 hectares of vines on sandy and pebbly soil, bathed in the enchanting power of the Provençal sun. To express the true character of its terroirs, the Leperchois Family chose the Biodynamic farming and all the wines are certified by Demeter.

BWM

Bacchus Wine Merchant is a well-known, respected, family-owned wine distribution company established in 2001 by Jo Newton who is still the Managing Director today.

Over the past 15 Years our tremendous growth has allowed us to expand our distribution into Queensland and Victoria. From humble beginnings, Jo ran the company from her spare bedroom in Cremorne, to now, with over 15 employees in 3 states.

Bacchus Wine Merchant prides itself on exceptional customer service and close relationships with our wineries, making Bacchus a successful and unique Distribution Company in a busy market.